Short answer: a real wedding with a small guest list. Think 20–60 people (sometimes up to ~75), a full ceremony and reception, and all the moments you care about—minus the bloat, chaos, and budget burn.

Here’s the no-fluff guide, plus how our vineyard makes it easy with a turnkey package.

The Definition (Skip the Jargon)

Guest count: ~20–60 (some stretch to 75)
Format: Ceremony + reception (dinner, toasts, first dance, cake, photos)
Vibe: Intentional, personal, budget-smart
Not: An elopement (2–10 people, often no reception)

Why Couples Choose Micro Weddings

Spend where it shows. Better food, florals, photography—less on seating for strangers.
Less logistics, more presence. You’ll actually talk to everyone there.
Quality > quantity. Tighter guest list, bigger joy.

Typical Structure

Ceremony: 15–25 minutes
Photos: 30–45 minutes (family + couple)
Reception: 1.5–3 hours—cocktails, buffet or plated meal, toasts, first dance, cake
Total window: 2–4 hours (some extend to 5)

Micro vs. Elopement vs. Minimony

Vendor Priorities (Order That Works)

Venue (micro-friendly; weekday availability saves $$)
Photographer (ask for full winery galleries)
Catering + Bar (buffet or stations shine at this scale)
Coordinator (even small weddings need a wrangler)
Florals/Decor (one focal moment + cohesive tables)
Music (DJ/strings or a curated playlist with real speakers)

Common Misconceptions

“Micro = casual.” It can be black-tie. Guest count ≠ dress code.
“We’ll DIY everything.” You can—but one coordinator prevents derailments.
“Smaller means no planning.” Fewer bodies, still a wedding. Keep a checklist.

Our Vineyard Micro-Wedding Package (Turnkey & Sanity-Saving)

We designed a micro option so you get the vineyard setting without the full-scale production.

Details & availability: https://www.naggiarwineryweddings.com/micro-weddings

What you get (snapshot):

Venue time for ceremony + reception (Mon–Thu only)
Buffet-style meal for up to 75 guests
Estate wine curated for your event
Professional wedding coordinator (timeline, vendor sync, day-of management)
Essentials: tables, chairs, basic linens, setup & breakdown

Bring your own music, florals, cake, and photographer—or ask for our trusted referrals.

Why couples love it:

One flat price covers the big rocks
Short, elegant timeline that protects golden hour
Minimal guesswork; maximum time with your people

Bottom Line

A micro wedding is intentional by design: fewer guests, more meaning, and a budget pointed at what you’ll remember. Pair that with a vineyard backdrop and a turnkey package, and you get big-day feelings—without the big-crowd chaos. Ready to see dates and sample timelines? Check the package page and we’ll get you a plan you can say “yes” to

What Is a Micro Wedding? (And Why It Might Be Perfect for a Vineyard)